Lake District Foundation
Inspiring people to care for the Lake District
We are long standing supporters of the Lake District Foundation, which inspires people to care for the Lake District, funding conservation, environmental and cultural heritage projects to preserve this beautiful area for visitors.
“The Lake District Foundation was established as a charity in August 2017. Prior to this, under the name Nurture Lakeland, the organisation had been working for 23 years to raise funds from visitors and the tourism industry.”
Why LDF?
As part of the tourism industry in the Lake District we want to do our bit to support the sector and maintain the beautiful surrounding areas. We love the Lake District as much as all our guests do, and we want it to be preserved for generations to come. By supporting LDF, you support us.
How do we support?
- All guests are encouraged to make a £1 donation when booking their stay at the hostel.
- We participate in LDF meetings to try and build a stronger, bigger, green community in the Lakes, and begin a conversation about our vision for a “Carbon-Free Langdale”.
- We have several donation boxes around the hostel itself; donations are particularly encouraged in return for free tea and coffee that guests can enjoy.
What can you do?
If you would like to support LDF, and thereby support tourism in the Lakes, please consider donating via this link.
How we have benefitted
In 2022 we were successful in our application for grant funding under the Low Carbon Lake District Grant Scheme with 60% support “for the replacement of window coverings with modern fabrics with greater insulation qualities to include thermal linings to increase heat retention.”
Latest Updates
To learn more about LDF’s latest work, see their Website and monthly newsletters here.
Beautiful October walks from Elterwater Hostel
Even the greyest days come with breathtaking views. All this, right on our doorstep.
Another beautiful picture from @pete_savin1
Eleterwater hostel in beautiful autumn bloom
Can you name this tarn? And have you taken a dip in it??
What amazing groups we have had this month, from primary schools to poat grads it has been a blast!
Thank you to all our wonderful guests this September, it has really been a pleasure to host your events and we cant wait to see you all again
When the days get shorter but the views are still breathtaking
A great group this week from Cambridge University, it was an absolute pleasure to host your event and have you all @elterwaterhostel, thank you all for coming and we look forward to seeing you again
There are four well known bodies of water in this view, cab you name them all???
Thanks to our very own Alison for the beautiful picture
Where was this picture taken?
Come to elterwater hostel and explore endless breathtaking views
Can you work out where this picture was taken?
Just one of hundreds of amazing spots a stones throw away from elterwater hostel
